Christian Reflection and Prayer

The word became flesh, and made his dwelling
among us. – John 1:14

“The word became flesh.” It means that the Son
of God became human—really, truly human—
with the exception that he had no sin. Christmas
is a time of awe because the best news the human
race ever received was that its Creator had so
much love, that he joined the human race to save it.
He is a savior who experienced real hunger, real
fatigue, real sorrow. He faced temptation when the
Evil One tempted him in the wilderness with very
“fleshy” things like power, wealth, and authority
(Luke 4:1-13).

Jesus knows us, because he was one of us. Real
flesh, but perfect. So on those days when we are
so disappointed with ourselves because we are
having a hard time controlling the flesh, this is the
kind of savior to turn to.

Prayer:

Lord, help me to hear “the Word” this Christmas.
Help me to see you for who you are in all your glory.
Thank you for humbling yourself.

(by Mel Lawrenz)